Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Tetrazzini! This creamy and comforting dish is perfect for busy days, as it requires minimal prep and lets the slow cooker do the work.
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 8 oz package of linguine or spaghetti (broken in half)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker.
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Mix the Sauce:
- In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, basil, oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until everything is well mixed.
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Assemble in the Slow Cooker:
- Pour the soup mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine, making sure the chicken is covered with the sauce.
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Cook the Chicken:
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
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Shred the Chicken:
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
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Add the Pasta:
- Stir in the uncooked pasta (linguine or spaghetti) and mozzarella cheese. Mix everything together until the pasta is coated with the sauce. Cover and cook on low for an additional 30 to 45 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and cooked through.
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Serve and Garnish:
- Once the pasta is cooked, give everything a final stir. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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Enjoy:
- Serve your creamy, cheesy chicken tetrazzini hot and enjoy!
This Slow Cooker Chicken Tetrazzini is the perfect weeknight meal that’s both creamy and comforting. The best part is that it’s super easy to make with minimal effort, and everyone will love it!